New Delhi [India]: Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed India as the “mother of democracy” and celebrated the 75-year journey of the Indian Constitution as a remarkable achievement of the world’s largest and greatest democracy.
Speaking in the Lok Sabha during the discussion on the ‘Glorious Journey of 75 Years of the Constitution of India,’ PM Modi emphasised the vision and contributions of the Constitution’s framers in shaping the nation’s progress.
“The 75-year journey of India’s Constitution is a memorable journey of the world’s greatest and largest democracy. It symbolises the vision of our Constitution makers, their contributions, and our resolve to move forward. Completing 75 years is a moment to celebrate the significance of our Constitution and its provisions,” the Prime Minister said.
Expressing his gratitude, PM Modi acknowledged the active participation of parliamentarians in the celebration. “I am happy to see you all participating in this celebration and expressing your feelings. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all honorable members of parliament who have joined in,” he added.
The Prime Minister lauded the extraordinary achievement of the Constitution in uniting a diverse nation and overcoming doubts that were expressed at the time of independence.
“India’s Constitution has brought us here by defeating the possibilities that were expressed for India at the time when the country attained independence. For this great achievement, besides the drafters of the Constitution, I would like to respectfully bow before the crores of people of India — they lived this new system…Citizens of India deserve all the praise,” he remarked.
Highlighting the pride shared by democracy-loving citizens worldwide, he said, “For all of us, for all citizens and all democracy-loving citizens across the world, this is a moment of great pride.”
The two-day debate in the Lok Sabha to mark 75 years of the Indian Constitution began on Friday, with members reflecting on its historic significance and continued relevance in the country’s democratic journey.